2004 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2004 Acura MDX and 2004 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 613 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | MDX | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 142 L |